{"title":"Pistol Crossbows","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore \u003cstrong\u003epistol crossbows at Arrows and bows\u003c\/strong\u003e, Compact in design and available in different styles, pistol crossbows offer an alternative to traditional full-sized crossbows. Whether you're looking for a straightforward recurve model or exploring magazine-fed designs, understanding the available features can help you find a pistol crossbow that suits your needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhat Is a Pistol Crossbow?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA pistol crossbow, sometimes called a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecrossbow pistol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is a compact type of crossbow generally designed with a shorter body and limbs than a full-sized crossbow. Despite its smaller dimensions, it uses a bowstring and limb system to launch specially designed crossbow bolts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePistol crossbows are available in different configurations, including traditional recurve designs and models featuring integrated cocking mechanisms or magazine systems. Their size, weight, construction and operating features vary depending on the manufacturer and model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Types of Pistol Crossbows Are Available?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are several types of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epistol crossbows\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e available, each offering different features and designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecurve pistol crossbows:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Compact crossbows featuring curved limbs and a relatively straightforward string and limb system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelf-cocking pistol crossbows:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Models featuring an integrated cocking mechanism designed to assist with preparing the crossbow for use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagazine-fed pistol crossbows:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Crossbows featuring a magazine system designed to hold multiple compatible bolts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepeating pistol crossbows:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Models designed with mechanisms that allow successive bolts to be loaded from a compatible magazine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDifferent pistol crossbows may be compatible with a range of accessories and replacement components, depending on the model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon accessories include: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/crossbow-bolts\"\u003ePistol crossbow bolts\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePistol crossbow bags, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePistol crossbow limbs, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplacement strings, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrossbow magazines, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrossbow targets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ek-archery-revo-7-pistol-crossbow","title":"EK Archery REVO 7 Pistol Crossbow","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEK Archery REVO 7\u003c\/strong\u003e takes the pistol crossbow concept in a completely different direction. Built around a \u003cstrong\u003eseven-shot magazine-fed system\u003c\/strong\u003e, the REVO 7 combines compact crossbow handling with rapid follow-up shooting and a modular design that can be configured with different limb sets.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied with a \u003cstrong\u003e90 lb front end\u003c\/strong\u003e, the REVO 7 is capable of launching its lightweight 6.5\" carbon bolts at speeds of up to \u003cstrong\u003e235 FPS\u003c\/strong\u003e. An optional \u003cstrong\u003e120 lb limb set\u003c\/strong\u003e increases performance to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e250 FPS\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving shooters the ability to upgrade the crossbow as their setup develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCentral to the REVO 7 is its \u003cstrong\u003eseven-bolt magazine system\u003c\/strong\u003e. Rather than manually loading an individual bolt before every shot, the magazine holds seven compatible 6.5\" carbon bolts, creating a distinctive and engaging target-shooting platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite being classed as a pistol crossbow, the REVO 7 has a substantial \u003cstrong\u003e22.7\" overall length\u003c\/strong\u003e and is supplied with an adjustable buttstock and buffer tube. This creates a stable, rifle-inspired shooting position, complemented by the included \u003cstrong\u003ealuminium red-dot sight\u003c\/strong\u003e for fast and intuitive target acquisition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe platform is also highly modular. In addition to the supplied 90 lb front end, \u003cstrong\u003e30 lb, 60 lb and 120 lb limb options are available separately\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the REVO 7 to be configured for different levels of performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its magazine-fed action, compact carbon bolts and distinctive tactical styling, the REVO 7 is one of the most innovative designs in EK Archery's pistol crossbow range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7-shot magazine-fed pistol crossbow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied with \u003cstrong\u003e90 lb front end\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to \u003cstrong\u003e235 FPS\u003c\/strong\u003e with 90 lb limbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to \u003cstrong\u003e250 FPS\u003c\/strong\u003e with optional 120 lb limbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5.5\" power stroke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e22.7\" overall length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 6.83 lb bow weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses compact \u003cstrong\u003e6.5\" carbon bolts\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminium red-dot sight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButtstock and buffer tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModular interchangeable limb system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 lb, 60 lb and 120 lb alternative limbs available separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpare string supplied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEK Archery REVO 7 Pistol Crossbow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × 90 lb front end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × REVO 7 seven-bolt magazine set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7 × 6.5\" carbon bolts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × aluminium red-dot sight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × buttstock with buffer tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × stringer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × spare string\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × safety glasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × string wax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 × limb tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arrows And Bows","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54844353478993,"sku":"ANB-CR-122B","price":359.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1078\/5682\/2609\/files\/revo-1.jpg?v=1791280046"},{"product_id":"ek-archery-cobra-aluminium-pistol-crossbow","title":"EK Archery Cobra Aluminium Pistol Crossbow","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEK Archery Cobra Aluminium Pistol Crossbow\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact and durable target crossbow that combines straightforward operation with a sturdy metal construction. 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